WATCH: Class of 2026 US Naval Academy Plebes shave off hair on Induction Day
by Kate Davison and Caroline Patrickis
Class of 2026 U.S. Naval Academy Plebes shaved their hair off on the first day of Induction Day. An oath ceremony will take place Thursday evening (7News).
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (7News) —
Dozens of Class of 2026 U.S. Naval Academy Plebes shaved their hair off on the first day of Induction Day in Annapolis, Md., on Thursday.
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Approximately 1,200 members are expected to join the Class of 2026.
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An oath ceremony will take place Thursday evening.
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We are looking forward to receiving the Class of 2026. The Mission of the Naval Academy is to ‘develop Midshipmen morally, mentally, and physically’ to lead Sailors and Marines in combat operations in the Fleet,” said Plebe Summer Officer in Charge, Navy Captain Robert McFarlin. “Plebe Summer is the first step on that journey of development. Our team is focused on safety, as well as ensuring that Plebe Summer provides a significant challenge so these future war fighters have the skills and confidence to excel in the Brigade of Midshipmen and beyond.
If you are attending the event, here's what you need to know:
- No vehicles will be permitted to park on the yard
- Parents will be allowed to drive on the Yard through Gate 8 to drop their plebe-to-be off at Alumni Hall at their assigned report time and then be required to exit. Parents and families may return to the Yard using the free shuttles provided by Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
- Commence processing for the incoming class begins at 6:30 a.m.
- Parents and Guest Expo Begins at Hospital Point with multiple vendors begins at 9 a.m.
- Yard Patrol Craft tours (Dewey Seawall) begin at 10 a.m.
- Alumni Association/USNA Foundation Welcome Aboard Picnic (Hospital Point) begins at 11 a.m.
- Oath of Office Ceremony in Tecumseh Court (inclement weather, in Alumni Hall) at 6 p.m.
- Incoming class meet with parents in designated areas/Personal swearing-in ceremonies begins at 6:30 p.m.
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